Going out to eat may be fun, but don't expect it to be healthful -- at least, not when restaurants are pulling tricks like these to make you eat (and spend!) more and more

They paint with purpose Restaurants pour big bucks into interior design, and it's not just because they're fans of Martha Stewart. "Pay close attention to the colors of the restaurant's walls, plates, and so on," Palinski says. "Warm colors like red and yellow stimulate the desire to eat."

Eye opening article. I was aware of the colors influencing hunger, but I did not know about playing loud music to make you rush to eat your meal. Interesting how the menus showcase the more expensive items as well.